Mahmoud Darwish |  Geology and Hydrogeology | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Mahmoud Darwish |  Geology and Hydrogeology | Best Researcher Award

Assistant professor | New Valley University | Egypt

Dr. Mahmoud H. Darwish is an Assistant Professor of Applied Geology at the Faculty of Science, New Valley University, El-Kharga, Egypt, specializing in Hydrogeology, Applied Geological and Environmental Sciences, GIS modeling, and Remote Sensing applications. He holds a B.Sc. in Geology, an M.Sc. in Geology, and a Ph.D. in Stratigraphy and Palaeontology, reflecting a strong academic foundation in earth sciences. Throughout his career, he has served in various academic and research capacities, including senior geological research and departmental coordination, demonstrating effective leadership, mentorship, and administrative excellence. Dr. Darwish has actively contributed to numerous scientific projects and participated in organizing national and international conferences and workshops, enhancing collaboration and scientific exchange. His research addresses critical environmental challenges such as groundwater management, water quality assessment, surface water sustainability, and flash flood impact mitigation, producing impactful publications with a notable citation record and an h-index of seven. His scholarly influence is evidenced by his high research interest score and consistent academic engagement. Dr. Darwish is a recognized member of professional societies, including the Egyptian Geological Society, the Scientific Professions Syndicate, and the Club of Earth and Space Sciences. His dedication, scientific rigor, and commitment to advancing geological and environmental knowledge have earned him distinction and acknowledgment within the academic community, positioning him as a deserving candidate for recognition through this award.

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Featured Publications

1. Seddik, A. M. A., Darwish, M. H., Azer, M. K., & Asimow, P. D. (2020). Assessment of magmatic versus post-magmatic processes in the Mueilha rare-metal granite, Eastern Desert of Egypt, Arabian-Nubian Shield. Lithos, 366, 105542.

2. Abuamarah, B. A., Azer, M. K., Seddik, A. M. A., Asimow, P. D., Guzman, P., Fultz, B. T., … Darwish, M. H. (2022). Magmatic and post-magmatic evolution of post-collisional rare-metal bearing granite: The Neoproterozoic Homrit Akarem Granitic Intrusion, South Eastern Desert of Egypt, Arabian-Nubian Shield. Geochemistry, 82(1), 125840.

3. Farrag, A. A., Megahed, H. A., & Darwish, M. H. (2019). Remote sensing, GIS and chemical analysis for assessment of environmental impacts on rising of groundwater around Kima Company, Aswan, Egypt. Bulletin of the National Research Centre, 43, 16.

4. Megahed, H. A., GabAllah, H. M., Ramadan, R. H., Abdelrahman, M. A. E., & Darwish, M. H. (2023). Groundwater quality assessment using multi-criteria GIS modeling in drylands: A case study at El-Farafra Oasis, Egyptian Western Desert. Water, 15(7), 1376.

5. Darwish, M. H., & Galal, W. F. (2019). Spatiotemporal effects of wastewater ponds from a geoenvironmental perspective in the Kharga region, Egypt. Progress in Physical Geography: Earth and Environment, 43, 12.

Dr. Mahmoud H. Darwish’s research advances sustainable management of groundwater and environmental resources in arid regions through innovative applications of geology, hydrogeochemistry, GIS, and remote sensing. His work provides critical insights for mitigating water scarcity, guiding environmental policy, and supporting sustainable development across desert ecosystems and resource-limited communities worldwide.

Ainur Mussakulkyzy | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Ainur Mussakulkyzy | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Senior Researcher | Institute of Geography Of The Republic Of Kazakhstan |Kazakhstan

Dr. Ainur Mussakulkyzy is a highly accomplished researcher in environmental sciences, water resources, hydrometeorology, and ecological protection. With a foundation in hydraulic engineering and advanced specialization in water purification technologies, she has consistently focused her work on safeguarding river basin systems and improving sustainable water management. Her career spans contributions to leading research institutions, where she has advanced climate and water monitoring, developed innovative approaches to environmental protection, and actively supported the scientific community through editorial roles. She has published extensively in national and international journals, demonstrating both depth and breadth in her research impact. Her studies not only contribute to academic knowledge but also offer practical solutions to pressing ecological challenges, particularly in the context of water security and environmental sustainability. Her measurable research impact is reflected in Scopus with 23 citations, 10 indexed documents, and an h-index of 3.

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Featured Publications

1. A. Mussakulkyzy, C. Opp, N. Amirgaliev, A. Madibekov, L. Ismukhanova, and A. Zhadi, “Assessment of Anthropogenic Load on the Ile River Ecosystem Considering Regional Peculiarities,” Applied Sciences, vol. 15, no. 16, 2025.

2. A. Mussakulkyzy, C. Opp, N. Amirgaliev, A. Madibekov, L. Ismukhanova, and A. Zhadi, “Transmission of Heavy Metals in River Water and Self-Purification Capacity of Ile River,” Applied Sciences, vol. 15, no. 12, 2025.

3. A. S. Madibekov, L. T. Ismukhanova, A. O. Zhadi, A. Mussakulkyzy, and K. M. Bolatov, “Ranking the Territory of the Almaty Agglomeration According to the Degree of Pollution,” News of the National Academy of Sciences of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Series of Geology and Technical Sciences, 2023.

4. A. S. Madibekov, L. T. Ismukhanova, A. Mussakulkyzy, R. Kulbekova, and A. Zhadi, “Results of AAS-measurements of atmospheric deposition of copper and lead in the snow cover of Almaty agglomeration,” Pure and Applied Chemistry, 2022.

5. A. V. Babkin, V. I. Babkin, A. S. Madibekov, A. Mussakulkyzy, and A. V. Cherednichenko, “Regularities of monthly variations of the Ili River runoff and its forecasting,” Izvestiya Rossiiskoi Akademii Nauk. Seriya Geograficheskaya, 2020.